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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsBoschett Timepieces Cave Dweller

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Cave Dweller
Boschett TimepiecesCave Dweller
MSRP $750

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Cave Dweller44mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Cave Dweller40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Cave Dweller1,000m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Cave Dweller$750

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
12.6mm
16.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
1000m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Superluminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW-200
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$750

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel

The Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel is praised for its aged steel case and cream sandwich dial. However, some owners dislike the distorted sapphire crystal and the absence of minute markers, with one noting difficulty in replacing the crystal due to hand fitment. The watch features a Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of -10 to +30 seconds per day, and is offered with two strap options. On balance, owners value the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel for its distinctive aged aesthetic and dial design, despite some reservations about the crystal.

From video reviewers

Movement accuracy is a notable strength, with one reviewer noting a -1.8 second per day deviation after initial testing. A weakness is the substantial price hike for the re-release model, which raises questions about whether the upgrades justify the cost. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one calling it "decidedly derivative" and the other not mentioning this aspect.

Boschett Timepieces Cave Dweller

Owners praise the Boschett Cave Dweller's rugged look, versatility, and reliable performance, with one owner noting its appeal due to limited production. A reviewer flags non-drilled lugs as frustrating and criticizes the bezel grip, while also noting average blue lume performance and a small date window. Overall, owners value the Boschett Cave Dweller for its robust design and dependable functionality, with specific features like the practical clasp being a highlight for some.

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